Jagiellonia Białystok central defender Ugo Ukah has praised the Super Eagles players for their heroic performance against Ethiopia last weekend in the World Cup play - offs.

“Another great victory that confirms how the team is responding well to the guidance of the coach! Brazil is very close now!

“They should approach the second leg the same way they did in Ethiopia plus we will have the support of the fans, so we should be very positive about the second leg

“I spoke to the coach recently and I hope to join the team soon. 

“I have good condition at the moment and playing regularly in my club so hopefully I will be given another chance soon, ”Ukah told allnigeriasoccer.com.

29 - year - old Ugo Ukah made his debut for Nigeria back in 2011 in a friendly against Zambia.

He has played 7 matches in the ongoing season for Jagiellonia Biaå‚ystok , who occupy the 6th position in the championship.